Brand: IBM · SKU: 00AL348 · MPN: 00AL348 · Category: Storage
The IBM 00AL348 is a Hot-Plugable 2.5-inch Hard Drive 4 to 8 Upgrade Kit designed for the IBM/Lenovo System x3250 M5 server. It allows existing models with four 2.5-inch Small Form Factor (SFF) hot-swap drive bays and a hardware RAID controller (M1115 or M5110) or HBA (N2115) to be upgraded to support eight 2.5-inch SFF hot-swap drive bays, enabling the installation of larger hard drives up to 8TB. Note: Models with a 300W fixed power supply can only support up to four drive bays. It is listed as a withdrawn option from the x3250 M5 product line. The condition for some listings is refurbished.
| Function | Hard Drive 4 to 8 Upgrade Kit |
|---|---|
| Condition | Refurbished (as per some listings) |
| Form Factor | 2.5-inch |
| Hot Pluggable | Yes |
| Hot Swappable | Yes |
| Compatible With | IBM System x3250 M5 |
| Maximum Drive Support | Up to eight 2.5-inch SFF hot-swap drive bays |
| Warranty | Varies (Some listings mention standard 3-year CRU/NBD on-site warranty for the base server, but kit warranty is not specified) |
| Weight | 5 |
| Dimensions | N/A (Kit components dimensions not specified, but the associated server is 1U rack: 43 mm H x 435 mm W x 576 mm D) |
This upgrade kit is designed to increase the storage capacity of the Lenovo System x3250 M5 server by expanding the 2.5-inch drive bay count from four to eight. It ensures compatibility with existing drive bay configurations and facilitates a smoother upgrade process for IT administrators needing more storage.
Yes, this IBM 2.5-inch Hard Drive 4 to 8 Upgrade Kit for x3250 M5 (00AL348) is 100% genuine IBM hardware. All our products are verified by certified technicians and come with clean serial numbers ready for service contract registration.
This IBM 2.5-inch Hard Drive 4 to 8 Upgrade Kit for x3250 M5 includes our standard 3-Year Warranty covering all manufacturing defects. We also offer advanced replacement options for minimal downtime.
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